Justin Matthes
Lincoln
Summary
Resourceful firefighter with extensive experience in emergency response and team collaboration. Expertise in conducting fire prevention inspections and delivering training in firefighting techniques, ensuring safety and readiness in high-stress environments. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Nebraska Air National Guard
Lincoln
01.2022 - Current
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during training and real incidents.
- Responded to emergency situations with rapid assessment and effective action.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections to ensure safety compliance and readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance firefighting skills and knowledge.
Volunteer Firefighter
Malcolm Fire & Rescue
Malcolm
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted in training new volunteers on firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided rapid firefighting support.
- Collaborated with team members during drills to enhance response strategies.
- Performed regular maintenance on firefighting gear and tools for operational efficiency.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
Fire Extinguisher Technician
General Fire & Safety
Lincoln
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Inspected fire extinguishers for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Refilled and maintained various types of fire extinguishers on-site.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure equipment functionality.
- Educated clients on fire safety practices and extinguisher usage.
- Replaced damaged or expired fire extinguishers with new units.
Warehouse Worker
Speedway
Lincoln
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the warehouse environment.
- Prepared orders for shipment by packaging and labeling items correctly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Cashier /Warehouse Worker
Harbor Freight
Lincoln
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at a retail location.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided recommendations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and checkout area.
- Collaborated with team members to restock shelves and merchandise displays.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms
10.2008 - 10.2012
- Conducted tactical operations in diverse and challenging environments.
- Collaborated with team members to execute strategic missions effectively.
- Maintained and operated various military equipment and vehicles.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Participated in tactical planning sessions to determine mission objectives.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Assisted with the maintenance of weapons, equipment and vehicles.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
South East Community College
Lincoln, NE05-2020
High School Diploma -
Malcolm Public School
Malcolm, NE05-2008
Skills
- Firefighting techniques
- Emergency response
- Safety compliance
- Rescue operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Fire prevention
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Problem solving
- Medical equipment usage
- EMS expertise
- Rescue equipment use
- Communication skills
- Medical response
- Forcible entry techniques
Timeline
Firefighter
Nebraska Air National Guard
01.2022 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Malcolm Fire & Rescue
08.2019 - Current
Fire Extinguisher Technician
General Fire & Safety
08.2019 - 12.2021
Warehouse Worker
Speedway
09.2015 - 08.2019
Cashier /Warehouse Worker
Harbor Freight
08.2013 - 08.2015
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
10.2008 - 10.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
South East Community College
High School Diploma -
Malcolm Public School